#78 Dr Meg Jay - The Defining Decade: Your Twenties Matter Most

In this podcast, we sit down with Dr. Meg Jay, a clinical psychologist and author of "The Defining Decade." As an expert in the field of adult development, Dr. Jay shares her personal journey and experiences as a twenty-something, including the inertia of feeling like an imposter and the importance of social mobility and weak ties.

Dr. Meg Jay also discusses why she chose to write about the struggles of 20-somethings in her book, despite the perception that this is a carefree era. She talks about the most consequential moments that happen during this decade, and the biggest symptoms that her clients come to her with.

We delve into the concept of "Identity Capital," which Dr. Jay coined, and the steps needed to build and cash it in. We also explore her chapter on the strength of weak ties and why who we know may not necessarily lead to opportunities.

Dr. Jay also shares her thoughts on the effect of social media on the expectations of 20-somethings and why happiness is more about who you marry than where you attend college. She provides insights on dating seriously in this decade and how to define the type of partner you have.

Lastly, Dr. Jay shares her advice for getting ahead in your twenties and how to find meaning and purpose if you feel lost or directionless. She also gives us a sneak peek into her upcoming book, "Supernormal," and where you can find her online. Join us for a thought-provoking discussion on the defining decade of our lives.

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